Habitat and Biology: Inhabits deeper coastal waters down to depths of 220 m. Feeds primarily on fish and crustaceans.

Distribution: Indian Ocean.

Remarks: Lethrinus conchyliatus resembles the adult form of L. variegates in general appearance. But L. conchyliatus is much larger in size and has distinctive red marks on edge of opercle, and on pectoral base. In the Maldives this species is mainly caught by handlines during the day.